Sardinian Warbler
BIRDING ARAGÓNSardinian Warbler
Sylvia melanocephala
ES: Curruca cabecinegra
Description
L:13-14cm; W:15-18cm;
Bird that presents a pronounced sexual dimorphism. The adult male has a black crown that reaches below the eyes with a striking red orbital ring; dark grey back and light grey underparts, and a white throat. The adult female has a dark grey crown; brown back; lighter brown underparts; white throat and orange eyering; both have clear legs. Juveniles without dark pileus, dark iris and fresh plumage.
- Observation difficulty: Easy
- Status: Resident
- Optimal Season: Dec-Jan
- Conservation Status: Protected species
- Hábitat: Forest
Best places to see in Aragón
PROVINCES
Huesca. Zaragoza.
REGIONS
Hoya de Huesca; Somontano; Comarca Central; Campo de Cariñena y Valdejalón
Special Protected Areas (SPA)
SIERRA Y CAÑONES DE GUARA
